Landforms #2: Terms & Definitions

Vocabulary flashcards covering landform terms based on the provided notes.

Canyon

A deep valley with high, steep sides.

Delta

The landmass formed at the mouth of a river, created by sediment deposits.

Glacier

A long-lasting, dense mass of ice that moves slowly under its own weight.

Gulf

A large inlet of the sea that extends into a shoreline, typically larger than a bay.

Lake

A natural inland body of freshwater surrounded by land.

Mountain

An elevated landform that rises prominently above the surrounding terrain, usually with a peak.

Oasis

A fertile area in a desert where water is available, supporting vegetation.

Plain

A large, flat expanse of land with little change in elevation.

Peninsula

A piece of land almost surrounded by water but connected to the mainland.

Plateau

A flat area of high ground that stands above the surrounding land.

Sand Dunes

Mounds or ridges of sand formed chiefly by wind.

Tributary

A smaller river or stream that flows into a larger one; a branch of a river.

Waterfall

A place where water flows over a vertical drop in a river or stream.